PNB Local Bank Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 545 Posts (Last Date Extended)
Punjab National Bank (PNB) has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Local Bank Officers (LBO) in Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I). A total of 545 vacancies have been announced across 17 states and UTs.
Important Update: PNB has extended the online application deadline to August 16, 2026. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official PNB careers portal atpnb.bank.in
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Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Overview Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Body | Punjab National Bank (PNB) |
| Post Name | Local Bank Officer (LBO) |
| Grade / Scale | Junior Management Grade Scale-I (JMGS-I) |
| Total Vacancies | 545 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Registration Start Date | July 20, 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | August 16, 2026 (Extended from August 9, 2026) |
| Tentative Exam Date | August 2026 / September 2026 |
| Official Website | pnb.bank.in |
State-wise Vacancy Breakdown
Candidates can apply for only one state and must be proficient in the specified local language for that region.
| S.No. | State / UT | Mandatory Local Language | Total Vacancies |
| 1 | Assam | Assamese / Bodo | 85 |
| 2 | West Bengal | Bengali | 80 |
| 3 | Karnataka | Kannada | 78 |
| 4 | Gujarat | Gujarati | 77 |
| 5 | Maharashtra | Marathi | 67 |
| 6 | Tamil Nadu | Tamil | 51 |
| 7 | Telangana | Telugu | 41 |
| 8 | Tripura | Bengali / Kokborok | 18 |
| 9 | Jammu & Kashmir | Urdu / Dogri / Kashmiri | 9 |
| 10 | Meghalaya | Garo / Khasi | 8 |
| 11 | Manipur | Manipuri / Meitei | 6 |
| 12 | Mizoram | Mizo | 5 |
| 13 | Nagaland | English | 5 |
| 14 | Sikkim | Nepali / Sikkimese | 5 |
| 15 | Andhra Pradesh | Telugu | 4 |
| 16 | Arunachal Pradesh | English | 4 |
| 17 | Ladakh | Urdu / Purgi / Bhoti | 2 |
| TOTAL | 545 |
Note: Candidates posted as LBOs will remain in their selected state for a minimum of 9 years of service or until promotion to SMG Scale IV, whichever is earlier.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Graduation Degree: Candidates must hold a Graduate degree in any discipline from a university or institution recognized by the Government of India or its regulatory bodies.
- Valid mark sheets and degree certificates must be held at the time of registration.
2. Mandatory Experience
- Candidates must possess at least 1 year of post-qualification experience as an Officer or Clerical Cadre in any Scheduled Commercial Bank or Regional Rural Bank (RRB) listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934.
3. Age Limit (As on 01.07.2026)
- Minimum Age: 20 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years (Born between 02.07.1996 and 01.07.2006, both dates inclusive).
Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST: 5 Years
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers: 5 Years
- Persons Affected by 1984 Riots: 5 Years
Salary and Pay Scale
Local Bank Officers in JMGS-I will draw pay according to the standard scale:
- Pay Scale: ₹48,480 – 2000/7 – 62480 – 2340/2 – 67160 – 2680/7 – ₹85,920.
- Additional Benefits: Dearness Allowance (DA), City Compensatory Allowance (CCA), House Rent Allowance (HRA) / Leased Accommodation, Medical Insurance, Pension under National Pension System (NPS), and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per bank rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | GST (18%) | Total Fee |
| SC / ST / PwBD | ₹50 (Intimation Charge) | ₹9 | ₹59/- |
| All Others (UR / OBC / EWS) | ₹1000 | ₹180 | ₹1,180/- |
Mode of Payment: Online via Debit Cards, Credit Cards, Net Banking, IMPS, UPI, or Mobile Wallets.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The selection process comprises 4 main stages:
- Online Written Test
- Application & Document Screening
- Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT) (if applicable)
- Personal Interview
Online Written Test Pattern
| Section | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
| Reasoning & Computer Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 Minutes |
| Data Analysis & Interpretation | 25 | 25 | 35 Minutes |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | 25 Minutes |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 25 | 35 Minutes |
| General / Economy / Banking Awareness | 50 | 50 | 50 Minutes |
| TOTAL | 150 | 150 | 170 Minutes (2 Hr 50 Min) |
- Negative Marking:1/4 mark (0.25) is deducted for every incorrect answer.
- Cut-Off Marks: 40% minimum in each section for Unreserved/EWS categories, and 35% for Reserved categories.
Local Language Proficiency Test (LLPT)
Candidates who have not studied the local language of the applied state in Class 10th or 12th will have to undergo and qualify for the Local Language Proficiency Test. Those who submitted proof of studying the language in 10th/12th are exempted.
Personal Interview
Shortlisted candidates will appear for an interview carrying 50 marks. Minimum qualifying marks are 50% for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Online
- Go to the official website: pnb.bank.in and click on Careers.
- Click on “RECRUITMENT OF LOCAL BANK OFFICERS IN PUNJAB NATIONAL BANK”.
- Select “Click Here for New Registration” and enter basic contact information.
- Note down the system-generated Registration Number and Password.
- Fill in detailed educational, experience, and personal information.
- Upload scanned documents (Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression, and Hand Written Declaration).
- Complete the fee payment through online mode.
- Submit the application form and download a printout for future reference.
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